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So far the former Bank of America near the Costco side of the Alton Marketplace is going to be demolished and replaced with a Chick-Fil-A. The rest of the Alton Marketplace is underutilized as the parking lot always sits empty. With approximately 27,500 square feet of retail space still vacant, any ideas to help revive this ghost town? Great Park neighborhoods south of rail is going to bring approximately 1800 homes. 2000 apartments are being constructed in the nearby Discovery Park, Pacifica Place apartments is going to bring another 1000 apartments, and Los Olivos apartments expansion is bringing another 600 apartments. This is a strong location that can help serve the future residents.

After seeing the idea of moving Angels Stadium to the Crescent site, I noticed Irvine residents want a development that benefits the surrounding community. Many concerns included the increased traffic and lack of parking. By creating the first walkable and car optional neighborhood, Irvine can fulfill housing mandates and also create convenience for surrounding Great Park residents. My proposal brings retailers such as a Target, Ralphs, Trader Joes, Walgreens, and a 24 Hour Fitness. There would be 500 affordable housing units to help make up for the 200 waived units FivePoint asked for back in December. An office building would be added along with a 500 room Marriott Hotel to help accommodate those traveling for business and tourists traveling to festivals at the Great Park. Last Saturday, 45k people came to the Great Park causing a shortage of hotel rooms in the region. Adding a new hotel to Irvine would help bring hotel tax revenue that the city greatly needs. This is the last chance Irvine has to correct its planning in the Great Park neighborhoods. The population of Great Park is expected to reach 30,000 people at build out and residents who travel long distances to get everyday essentials will clog Irvine streets. Let me know what you think.